Hospice Of Central Montana
Lewistown, MT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 271512)
CMS process measure: 82.35 (state average 94.29 — below state average)
Serves: 11 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (406) 535-6302 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would definitely recommend Hospice Of Central Montana 87% of the time, and 85% rated their experience a 9 or 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 82.35, which is below the Montana state average of 94.29.
Hospice Of Central Montana serves 11 ZIP codes from its Lewistown, Montana office in Fergus County.
Yes, Hospice Of Central Montana is Medicare-certified (CCN 271512, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Central Montana is a non-profit hospice based in Lewistown, Montana, serving families in Fergus County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since September 7, 1993 (CCN 271512).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, 87% of family caregivers who responded said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided; where such a rating is missing, it often reflects a small number of surveyed patients rather than any indication of quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a set of recommended care processes, Hospice Of Central Montana scored 82.35, which falls below the Montana state average of 94.29. CMS also reports that 43.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, per its care index measures.
Hospice Of Central Montana's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 11 ZIP codes from its Lewistown office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost information is provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any questions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hospice Of Central Montana is Medicare-certified (CCN 271512), certified since September 7, 1993, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 87% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 85% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 82.35, which is below the Montana state average of 94.29.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows Hospice Of Central Montana serves 11 ZIP codes from its Lewistown, Montana office in Fergus County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 11 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of Central Montana is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can inform families about organizational structure but is not by itself a measure of quality.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 7, 1993.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care focuses on comfort for people who have stopped curative treatment and are typically expected to have a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on care, attention, or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Hospice Of Central Montana at (406) 535-6302 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact Hospice Of Central Montana at (406) 535-6302 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice compares to state averages on quality measures, and its service area — Hospice Of Central Montana's figures on these are listed above; for additional details, contact them directly at (406) 535-6302.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review current information about Hospice Of Central Montana at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/271512?state=MT.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.